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Kimberly Rossi – Image Credit Miraval
Miraval Austin Resort & Spa Yesterday, Miraval Resorts announced the appointment of Kimberly Rossi as its new general manager. A seasoned leader and wellness expert, Rossi brings more than two decades of passion for well-being and excellence in management to her role. She will guide the award-winning resort into its next era as Miraval Resorts celebrates its milestone 30th anniversary year.
“Kimberly’s values and dedication to holistic wellbeing positions her to support Miraval Austin’s continued growth and leadership in transformative travel,” said Yvette Edwards, senior vice president, field operations, luxury and Miraval Americas. “Her passion for people and ability to foster inspiration allows her to successfully support our guests and colleagues in fostering a life in balance through mindfulness and becoming the best versions of themselves.”
Holding certifications as an Ayurvedic health consultant and leader of Kundalini and Kripalu yoga, Rossi has built a successful career around wellness and its place in the luxury travel industry with a track record of purpose-driven results. She has led five-star hotels, resorts and destination retreats to new heights in market awareness, revenue growth, and guest satisfaction with her leadership path taking her across the U.S. and the Caribbean.
Her experience ranges from directing day spas in Westport, Conn. and managing a team of over 100 spa professionals at the historic Cranwell Resort in Lenox, Mass. to serving as the spa director for The Ritz-Carlton in Puerto Rico and ultimately a luxury wellness subject matter expert for Marriott International in the Caribbean and Latin America. Most recently, Rossi served as the director of wellness and business development and hotel manager for North Carolina’s Art of Living Retreat Center, overseeing all hotel and retreat center operations, driving revenue growth and positioning the spiritual center as a premier Ayurvedic destination.
As Miraval Austin’s general manager, Rossi oversees all aspects of the resort’s operations, supporting the continued elevation of Miraval Austin as a leader in transformative wellbeing. Closely collaborating with resort colleagues, she is dedicated to further enhancing the guest experience at Miraval Austin, renowned for its transformative offerings. Her focus is on evolving and elevating the resort’s industry-leading spa services and intention-driven workshops and activities, all designed to cultivate mindfulness and support a life in balance.
“The personalized approach to wellbeing that Miraval Austin offers is one of the resort’s biggest differentiating factors and I am grateful to support our collective commitment to mindfulness for both colleagues and guests,” said Rossi. “Together, we will continue to create meaningful moments of connection and self-discovery, fostering a welcoming space where guests can deepen their self-awareness, unlock their potential, and find a renewed sense of purpose.”
